Sales Manager-Hampton Inn Colchester / Burlington, VT

Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Sales Manager for their Hampton Inn in Colchester, Vermont. The role focuses on driving corporate business, maintaining key relationships, and exceeding sales goals. Candidates should have a solid background in hotel sales, excellent communication skills, and a drive for success. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including career growth opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus potential

Hilton Team Member Travel Program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for growth within our portfolio of hotels

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hotel sales experience preferred.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets.
• Strong understanding of the Burlington/Colchester market is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in various markets.
• Maintain and grow client relationships to maximize repeat business.
• Prepare and present sales reports regularly.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Goal-Driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hotel sales software

Job description

Job Title: Sales Manager
Location: Hampton Inn Colchester / Burlington, Vermont
Reports To: General Manager

Position Overview:
The Sales Manager is responsible for driving group and corporate business to the Hampton Inn Colchester / Burlington. This role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with key accounts, generating new business, and achieving revenue goals through proactive sales efforts, local marketing, and strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities in the corporate, group, SMERF, and travel markets.

• Maintain and grow existing client relationships to maximize repeat business.

• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan aligned with hotel goals.

• Conduct outside sales calls, attend networking events, trade shows, and participate in community and business organizations.

• Create and manage proposals, contracts, and follow-up communications.

• Collaborate with the General Manager and Revenue Management to optimize pricing and availability strategies.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities in the CRM system (e.g., Delphi, SalesPro, etc.).

• Work closely with the front desk, operations, and housekeeping teams to ensure smooth execution of group stays.

• Prepare and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports.

• Meet or exceed budgeted revenue and room night goals.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hotel sales experience preferred (Hampton or Hilton brand experience is a plus).

• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

• Strong understanding of the local Burlington/Colchester market is a plus.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Highly motivated, goal-driven, and able to work independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel sales software.

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary plus bonus potential

• Hilton Team Member Travel Program

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Opportunities for growth within our portfolio of hotels